A fursuit is a wearable carpet that costs as much as a used Honda Civic. Storing it like a pile of laundry is a crime. Bad storage leads to two things: Permanent wrinkles (crushed foam) and Mold.

Rule #1: NO WIRE HANGERS!

We call this the Joan Crawford Rule.

• The Problem: Wire hangers (and cheap thin plastic hangers) seal their fate into the shoulders of your suit. Over time, gravity pulls the heavy suit down, and the thin hanger cuts into the foam/backing, leaving permanent "dents" in your shoulders.
• The Solution: Wide-body Suit Hangers or "Surfer Hangers."
  • Look for hangers designed for wetsuits or tactical vests. They are extra thick (2-3 inches) to distribute the weight.

Hanging vs. Folding

When to Hang

If you have the closet space, hanging is usually best for:

• Bodysuits: Keeps the fur laying naturally.
• Tails (if looped): Use a pant hanger for tails.
• Partials: Sleeves and legs hang easily.

When to Fold (The Bin Method)

If you don't have a tall closet, or if your suit is extremely heavy (padding-heavy), storage bins are fine.

• The Container: Use a large, clear plastic bin.
• The Method: Roll, don't fold. Rolling the suit prevents hard creases from forming in the fur.
• Breathability: Do not seal it airtight if there is ANY chance the suit is damp. Drill a few small holes in the bin if you live in a humid area.

Pre-Storage Ritual: The Slicker Brush

Never put a suit away "messy."

• Why: If fur is matted or crinkled when you store it, it "sets" that way. Over months, those mats become dreadlocks that are impossible to remove.
• Action: Give the suit a full brush-down with a slicker brush before hanging it up. It takes 10 minutes and saves hours of restoration later.

Climate Control

• Heat Kills: Do not store your suit in an attic or a car. High heat (100°F+) breaks down the glue holding your head together and turns foam into dust.
• Sunlight: UV light bleaches fur. White fur turns yellow; black fur turns brown. Keep it in the dark.
• Humidity: If your closet is damp, use DampRid buckets or silica gel packets in your bins to prevent musty smells.

Storing the Head

The head is the most fragile part.

• Shelf It: Ideally, place it on a shelf.
• No Stryofoam Heads?: Actually, styrofoam heads can stretch out the neck of some masks over time. Many makers recommend simply setting the head on its base (neck ring) on a shelf, or stuffing it loosely with polyfil to hold shape.
• Cover It: Drape a pillowcase over the head to keep dust out of the fur and eyes.

Summary Checklist

1. Clean it: Wash and dry fully.
2. Brush it: No mats.
3. Wide Hanger: No wire hangers.
4. Dark & Cool: No attic, no sun.